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Monica Pyzalski
medical terminology
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10/10/2016

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Term
hematologist
Definition
physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the blood
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cardiologist
Definition
physician who specializes in treating heart disorder
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pulmonologist
Definition
is a medical specialty that deals with diseases involving the respiratory tract
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c/o
Definition
complain of
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edema
Definition
abnormal accumulation of fluid in the body cavities causing swelling or distention of the affected parts
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PRN
Definition
when necessary
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PO
Definition
by mouth
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pleural effusion
Definition
is the collection of an unuasally large amount of fluid
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ekg (electrocardiography)
Definition
is a test that checks for problems with the electrical activity of your heart
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CBC
Definition
complete blood count
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delirium
Definition
is a serious disturbance in the mental abilities that result in confused thinking and reduced awareness of your environment
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rap
Definition
resident assessment protocol
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dementia
Definition
the loss of cognitive and social function caused by changes in the brain
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CHF (chronic heart failure)
Definition
is a condition in which the heart function as a pump is inadequate to meet the bodys needs
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ADL
Definition
activities of daily living
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BM
Definition
bowel movement
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SOB
Definition
shortness of breath
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ischemic cardiomyapathy
Definition
is a medical conditon in which the left ventricle of the heart is enlarged and weakened due to damage from lack of blood flow
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PT
Definition
physical therapy
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TID
Definition
three times a day
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fever
Definition
elevated body temperature
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dysphea
Definition
difficult, labored, or painful(dys) breathing(phea)
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bp (blood pressure)
Definition
the amount of force excerted against the walls of an artery by the blood
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